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October 12, 2022 NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 22V763000
Entrance Door Handrail Incorrect Diameter
A smaller handrail may be difficult to grip, possibly resulting in a slip or fall and increasing the risk of injury.
NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V763
Manufacturer Blue Bird Body Company
Components EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY, STRUCTURE
Potential Number of Units Affected 20
Summary
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2023 Vision and All-American transit buses. The entrance door handrail has an under-sized diameter and is not compliant with Part 1192, Americans with Disability Act (ADA), Appendix A, Chapter 3, T303.3.2, which requires a minimum diameter of 1.25 inches.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the handrail, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on December 7, 2022. Owners may contact Blue Bird’s customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird’s number for this recall is R22CD-NSB.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
R22CD: Parts 1192 ADA Noncompliance Minimum Handrail Diameter
On the subject buses, it has been determined that certain Blue Bird Vision (BBCV) and All American (T3FE/T3RE) NonSchool Buses calling for Handrail Part Number 10075076 may have an incorrectly sized diameter. The affected buses have a 1″ diameter handrail. A smaller handrail size may be difficult to grip for some people, increasing the risk of injury. This issue is not compliant with Part 1192, Americans with Disability Act (ADA), Appendix A, Chapter 3, T303.3.2 which require a minimum diameter of 1.25″. There is no advanced warning of the undersized handrail diameter.
Corrective Action:
To correct this condition, all affected vehicles will need to have the 1″ diameter handrail replaced with the 1.25″ version. Units should be inspected to determine if the 1″ diameter handrail was used. Blue Bird will reimburse the labor cost of the repair related to this recall at no cost to the vehicle owner. Recall R22CD should be inspected and repaired, per R22CD Recall Instructions. Please contact your local Blue Bird dealer to arrange to have the Recall performed. To locate an authorized dealer, search online at www.blue–bird.com/find–a–dealer Recall R22CD should be inspected and repaired, per R22CD Recall Instructions. You may request parts at campaignparts@bluebird.com Parts are currently available.
Chronology :
August 24, 2022: Blue Bird Current Model Engineering Team identified Handrail Part Number 10075076, was set up as an ADA Compliant Handrail, but the diameter was specified at 1″.
August 29, 2022: This issue was brought to Blue Bird’s Critical Issue Review Group (CIRG). After reviewing the ADA requirements, it was determined that this condition could exist on delivered units. Some units were identified during inspection and corrected by using an older handrail, Part Number 01972256.
August 31, 2022: Order searches were conducted to determine the potential start and stop timeframe for the defect to exist. All units on property and in-process calling for the incorrectly sized handrail were inspected. EBOM Project B16058 was created to provide the needed part with the ADA Compliant Diameter.
October 10, 2022: A smaller handrail size may be difficult to grip for some individuals, increasing the risk of injury. Blue Bird authorized a recall to correct this condition.
2 Affected Products
Vehicles
MAKE | MODEL | YEAR |
BLUE BIRD | ALL AMERICAN | 2023 |
BLUE BIRD | VISION | 2023 |
10 Associated Documents
Defect Notice 573 Report
RCLRPT-22V763-6622.PDF 214.657KB
Recall 573 Report- 10/19/2022
RCLRPT-22V763-3411.PDF 214.799KB
Recall Acknowledgement
RCAK-22V763-9629.pdf 645.265KB
Remedy Instructions and TSB
RCRIT-22V763-1531.pdf 150.839KB
Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc)
RCMN-22V763-4069.pdf 855.164KB
ISSUED Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)
RCONL-22V763-5940.pdf 823.332KB
Recall Quarterly Report #1, 2022-4
RCLQRT-22V763-3565.PDF 211.137KB
Recall Quarterly Report #2, 2023-1
RCLQRT-22V763-4935.PDF 211.238KB
Recall Quarterly Report #3, 2023-2
RCLQRT-22V763-4161.PDF 211.316KB
ISSUED Renotification Notice
RCRN-22V763-3364.pdf 1098.014KB
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BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY 3920 Arkwright Road, Suite 200, Macon, GA 31210 – (478) 825-2021 R22CD FINAL NOTICE DATE: July 5, 2023 TO: Blue Bird Owners Subject: R22CD: Parts 1192 ADA Noncompliance Minimum Handrail Diameter According to our records, we have not received confirmation that the above referenced recall, dated December 7, 2022, has been completed. A copy of Recall R22CD is attached. Your buses affected by Recall R22CD are identified by Blue Bird body number and VIN under Section 2 on the enclosed cover sheet. If this is the first time you received notification of Recall R22CD, please read the enclosed notification carefully. Recall R22CD must be completed, as soon as possible. Corrective Action: To correct this condition, all affected vehicles will need to have the 1″ diameter handrail replaced with the 1.25″ version. Units should be inspected to determine if the 1″ diameter handrail was used. Blue Bird will reimburse the labor cost of the repair related to this recall at no cost to the vehicle owner. Recall R22CD should be inspected and repaired, per R22CD Recall Instructions. Please contact your local Blue Bird dealer to arrange to have the Recall performed. To locate an authorized dealer, search online at www.blue-bird.com/find-a-dealer Recall R22CD should be inspected and repaired, per R22CD Recall Instructions. You may request parts at campaignparts@blue-bird.com Parts are currently available. Labor Reimbursement: Blue Bird will reimburse the labor cost of the repairs related to this recall at no cost to you the vehicle owner. The standard repair time (SRT) to accomplish these repairs in accordance with the R22CD remedy procedure(s) is outlined below. Repair Option and allowable labor time for this campaign, outlined as follows: Repair A: Replace • 0.10 Hours (6 minutes) Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter. BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY 3920 Arkwright Road, Suite 200, Macon, GA 31210 – (478) 825-2021 R22CD IMPORTANT SAFETY RECALL NOTICE NHTSA Recall Number: 22V-763 School Bus DATE: December 7, 2022 SUBJECT: R22CD: Parts 1192 ADA Noncompliance Minimum Handrail Diameter Dear Blue Bird Owner: This notice applies to your bus(es) identified by both Blue Bird Body Number and Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) on the enclosed yellow cover sheet. This notice is sent to you in accordance with the requirements of the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act. Blue Bird Body Company has decided that a defect which relates to motor vehicle safety exists in: Certain model year 2023 Blue Bird Vision Non-School Buses o manufactured from May 7, 2022 through August 30, 2022 Certain model year 2023 Blue Bird All American Non-School Buses o manufactured from June 25, 2022 through September 20, 2022 On the subject buses, it has been determined that certain Blue Bird Vision (BBCV) and All American (T3FE/T3RE) Non-School Buses calling for Handrail Part Number 10075076 may have an incorrectly sized diameter. The affected buses have a 1″ diameter handrail. A smaller handrail size may be difficult to grip for some people, increasing the risk of injury. This issue is not compliant with Part 1192, Americans with Disability Act (ADA), Appendix A, Chapter 3, T303.3.2 which require a minimum diameter of 1.25″. There is no advanced warning of the undersized handrail diameter. Corrective Action: To correct this condition, all affected vehicles will need to have the 1″ diameter handrail replaced with the 1.25″ version. Units should be inspected to determine if the 1″ diameter handrail was used. Blue Bird will reimburse the labor cost of the repair related to this recall at no cost to the vehicle owner. Recall R22CD should be inspected and repaired, per R22CD Recall Instructions. Please contact your local Blue Bird dealer to arrange to have the Recall performed. To locate an authorized dealer, search online at www.blue-bird.com/find-a-dealer Recall R22CD should be inspected and repaired, per R22CD Recall Instructions. You may request parts at campaignparts@blue-bird.com Parts are currently available. Labor Reimbursement: Blue Bird will reimburse the labor cost of the repairs related to this recall at no cost to you the vehicle owner. The standard repair time (SRT) to accomplish these repairs in accordance with the R22CD remedy procedure(s) is outlined below. Repair Option and allowable labor time for this campaign, outlined as follows: Repair A: Replace 0.10 Hours (6 minutes) BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY 3920 Arkwright Road, Suite 200, Macon, GA 31210 – (478) 825-2021 Blue Bird Body Company R22CD Page 2 Administering the Recall and Parts: Parts to complete Recall R22CD are currently available. You may request parts through campaignparts@blue-bird.com Federal law requires that any vehicle lessor receiving this recall notice must forward a copy of this notice to the lessee within ten days. If you no longer own the subject bus(es), please complete the appropriate section of the yellow cover sheet and return to Blue Bird in the enclosed pink postage prepaid envelope. If the modifications directed by this notification were performed on your bus prior to the receipt of this recall notification, attach a copy of the work order/invoice. Mail the documents in the pink self-addressed postage prepaid envelope included with the pink reply sheet to Blue Bird for warranty consideration. Reimbursements will be made in accordance with the requirements of the National Highway Transportation Safety Act, Title 49 Code of Federal Regulations, Parts 573 and 577. Please contact your local Blue Bird Dealer with any questions regarding this recall campaign. If Blue Bird Body Company should fail to or is unable to remedy this condition without charge to you, you may contact: ADMINISTRATOR NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION 1200 NEW JERSEY AVENUE, SE WASHINGTON, D.C. 20590 Or, you may call The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration toll free at: 1-888-327-4236 TTY 1-800-424-9153 or go to: http:/www.safercar.gov 1 RECALL R22CD INCORRECT HANDRAIL DIAMETER Models Affected: It has been determined that certain Model Year 2023 Blue Bird All American (T3FE) and Vision (BBCV) Non-School Buses calling for Handrail Part Number 10075076 may have an incorrectly sized diameter. Issue: The stepwell grab rail is 1” and needs to be 1.25”. Corrective Action: Remove and replace grabrail. WARNING: Always follow all Federal, State, Local and Shop safety standards and use proper safety equipment, and thoroughly read and understand all instructions before performing these procedures. Park bus on level surface, apply parking brake, turn off ignition key, and chock wheels. Parts/Items Needed: Item Part Number Description Quantity 1 10079562 HANDRAIL ASSY,ENT DR,27.32 STANCHIONS 1 Instructions: Step 1: Remove grab rail Step 2: Install grab rail
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1 RECALL R22CD INCORRECT HANDRAIL DIAMETER Models Affected: It has been determined that certain Model Year 2023 Blue Bird All American (T3FE) and Vision (BBCV) Non-School Buses calling for Handrail Part Number 10075076 may have an incorrectly sized diameter. Issue: The stepwell grab rail is 1” and needs to be 1.25”. Corrective Action: Remove and replace grabrail. WARNING: Always follow all Federal, State, Local and Shop safety standards and use proper safety equipment, and thoroughly read and understand all instructions before performing these procedures. Park bus on level surface, apply parking brake, turn off ignition key, and chock wheels. Parts/Items Needed: Item Part Number Description Quantity 1 10079562 HANDRAIL ASSY,ENT DR,27.32 STANCHIONS 1 Instructions: Step 1: Remove grab rail Step 2: Install grab rail
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BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY 3920 Arkwright Road, Suite 200, Macon, GA 31210 – (478) 825-2021 R22CD IMPORTANT SAFETY RECALL NOTICE NHTSA Recall Number: 22V-763 School Bus DATE: December 7, 2022 SUBJECT: R22CD: Parts 1192 ADA Noncompliance Minimum Handrail Diameter Dear Blue Bird Owner: This notice applies to your bus(es) identified by both Blue Bird Body Number and Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) on the enclosed yellow cover sheet. This notice is sent to you in accordance with the requirements of the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act. Blue Bird Body Company has decided that a defect which relates to motor vehicle safety exists in: Certain model year 2023 Blue Bird Vision Non-School Buses o manufactured from May 7, 2022 through August 30, 2022 Certain model year 2023 Blue Bird All American Non-School Buses o manufactured from June 25, 2022 through September 20, 2022 On the subject buses, it has been determined that certain Blue Bird Vision (BBCV) and All American (T3FE/T3RE) Non-School Buses calling for Handrail Part Number 10075076 may have an incorrectly sized diameter. The affected buses have a 1″ diameter handrail. A smaller handrail size may be difficult to grip for some people, increasing the risk of injury. This issue is not compliant with Part 1192, Americans with Disability Act (ADA), Appendix A, Chapter 3, T303.3.2 which require a minimum diameter of 1.25″. There is no advanced warning of the undersized handrail diameter. Corrective Action: To correct this condition, all affected vehicles will need to have the 1″ diameter handrail replaced with the 1.25″ version. Units should be inspected to determine if the 1″ diameter handrail was used. Blue Bird will reimburse the labor cost of the repair related to this recall at no cost to the vehicle owner. Recall R22CD should be inspected and repaired, per R22CD Recall Instructions. Please contact your local Blue Bird dealer to arrange to have the Recall performed. To locate an authorized dealer, search online at www.blue-bird.com/find-a-dealer Recall R22CD should be inspected and repaired, per R22CD Recall Instructions. You may request parts at campaignparts@blue-bird.com Parts are currently available. Labor Reimbursement: Blue Bird will reimburse the labor cost of the repairs related to this recall at no cost to you the vehicle owner. The standard repair time (SRT) to accomplish these repairs in accordance with the R22CD remedy procedure(s) is outlined below. Repair Option and allowable labor time for this campaign, outlined as follows: Repair A: Replace 0.10 Hours (6 minutes) BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY 3920 Arkwright Road, Suite 200, Macon, GA 31210 – (478) 825-2021 Blue Bird Body Company R22CD Page 2 Administering the Recall and Parts: Parts to complete Recall R22CD are currently available. You may request parts through campaignparts@blue-bird.com Federal law requires that any vehicle lessor receiving this recall notice must forward a copy of this notice to the lessee within ten days. If you no longer own the subject bus(es), please complete the appropriate section of the yellow cover sheet and return to Blue Bird in the enclosed pink postage prepaid envelope. If the modifications directed by this notification were performed on your bus prior to the receipt of this recall notification, attach a copy of the work order/invoice. Mail the documents in the pink self-addressed postage prepaid envelope included with the pink reply sheet to Blue Bird for warranty consideration. Reimbursements will be made in accordance with the requirements of the National Highway Transportation Safety Act, Title 49 Code of Federal Regulations, Parts 573 and 577. Please contact your local Blue Bird Dealer with any questions regarding this recall campaign. If Blue Bird Body Company should fail to or is unable to remedy this condition without charge to you, you may contact: ADMINISTRATOR NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION 1200 NEW JERSEY AVENUE, SE WASHINGTON, D.C. 20590 Or, you may call The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration toll free at: 1-888-327-4236 TTY 1-800-424-9153 or go to: http:/www.safercar.gov
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BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY 3920 Arkwright Road, Suite 200, Macon, GA 31210 – (478) 825-2021 R22CD IMPORTANT SAFETY RECALL NOTICE NHTSA Recall Number: 22V-763 School Bus DATE: December 7, 2022 TO: U.S. DEALERS SUBJECT: R22CD: Parts 1192 ADA Noncompliance Minimum Handrail Diameter This notice applies to your buses identified by both Blue Bird Body Number and Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) on the attached yellow cover sheet. This notice is sent to you in accordance with the requirements of the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act. Blue Bird Body Company has decided that a defect which relates to motor vehicle safety exists in: Certain model year 2023 Blue Bird Vision Non-School Buses o manufactured from May 7, 2022 through August 30, 2022 Certain model year 2023 Blue Bird All American Non-School Buses o manufactured from June 25, 2022 through September 20, 2022 On the subject buses, it has been determined that certain Blue Bird Vision (BBCV) and All American (T3FE/T3RE) Non-School Buses calling for Handrail Part Number 10075076 may have an incorrectly sized diameter. The affected buses have a 1″ diameter handrail. A smaller handrail size may be difficult to grip for some people, increasing the risk of injury. This issue is not compliant with Part 1192, Americans with Disability Act (ADA), Appendix A, Chapter 3, T303.3.2 which require a minimum diameter of 1.25″. There is no advanced warning of the undersized handrail diameter. Corrective Action: To correct this condition, all affected vehicles will need to have the 1″ diameter handrail replaced with the 1.25″ version. Units should be inspected to determine if the 1″ diameter handrail was used. Blue Bird will reimburse the labor cost of the repair related to this recall at no cost to the Dealer or to the vehicle owner. Recall R22CD should be inspected and repaired, per R22CD Recall Instructions. You may request parts at campaignparts@blue-bird.com Parts are currently available. Labor Reimbursement: Blue Bird will reimburse the labor cost of the repairs related to this recall at no cost to you the Dealer or to the vehicle owner. The standard repair time (SRT) to accomplish these repairs in accordance with the R22CD remedy procedure(s) is outlined below. Repair Option and allowable labor time for this campaign, outlined as follows: Repair A: Replace 0.10 Hours (6 minutes) BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY 3920 Arkwright Road, Suite 200, Macon, GA 31210 – (478) 825-2021 Blue Bird Body Company R22CD Page 2 Administering the Recall and Parts: Parts to complete Recall R22CD are currently available. You may request parts through campaignparts@blue-bird.com If Blue Bird’s records indicate bus(es) subject to this recall were delivered in your service area, a list of affected bus(es) will be enclosed. The bus(es) will be identified by Blue Bird Body Number and Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) on the enclosed yellow cover sheet. Dealers should verify correct owners and assure that complete mailing and shipping addresses are provided for each listed owner. It is the dealer’s responsibility to verify that the correct owner name, address, and telephone number is provided for each listed vehicle. Any corrections or updates should be made in ClaimsCenter. Addresses that cannot be updated should be forwarded to the Recall Administrator. Federal law requires that any vehicle lessor receiving this recall notice must forward a copy of this notice to the lessee within ten days. Dealers are reminded of their responsibilities under Section 154 of The National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 1991. Dealers are required to complete modifications on units in their inventory before delivering to the final owner. Reference Blue Bird Body Company Distributor Memo No. 42-92. If you have in your possession or have sold a bus that was purchased from another dealer, that may be affected by this recall, please notify Lisa Hancock at 478-822-2242 or lisa.hancock@blue-bird.com Questions regarding this recall campaign should be directed to Lisa Hancock, as well. Sincerely, Lisa Hancock Corporate Recall Administrator Blue Bird Corporation 402 Blue Bird Blvd, Fort Valley, Georgia 31030 Phone 478.822.2242 lisa.hancock@blue-bird.com
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OMB Control No.: 2127-0004 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22V-763 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Manufacturer Name : Blue Bird Body Company Submission Date : OCT 12, 2022 NHTSA Recall No. : 22V-763 Manufacturer Recall No. : R22CD-NSB Manufacturer Information : Manufacturer Name : Blue Bird Body Company Address : P.O. Box 937 402 Blue Bird Boulevard Fort Valley GA 31030 Company phone : 478-822-2242 Population : Number of potentially involved : 20 Estimated percentage with defect : 100 % Vehicle Information : Vehicle 1 : 2023-2023 Blue Bird Vision Vehicle Type : BUSES, MEDIUM & HEAVY VEHICLES Body Style : OTHER Power Train : DIESEL Descriptive Information : It has been determined that certain Blue Bird Vision (BBCV) Non-School Buses calling for Handrail Part Number 10075076 may have an incorrectly sized diameter. The affected buses will have a 1″ diameter handrail. This issue is not compliant with Part 1192, Americans with Disability Act (ADA), Appendix A, Chapter 3, T303.3.2 which require a minimum diameter of 1.25″. Production Dates : MAY 07, 2022 – AUG 30, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 2 : 2023-2023 Blue Bird All American Vehicle Type : BUSES, MEDIUM & HEAVY VEHICLES Body Style : OTHER Power Train : DIESEL Descriptive Information : It has been determined that certain Blue Bird Vision (BBCV) Non-School Buses calling for Handrail Part Number 10075076 may have an incorrectly sized diameter. The affected buses will have a 1″ diameter handrail. This issue is not compliant with Part 1192, Americans with Disability Act (ADA), Appendix A, Chapter 3, T303.3.2 which require a minimum diameter of 1.25″. Production Dates : JUN 25, 2022 – SEP 20, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22V-763 Page 2 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Description of Defect : Description of the Defect : It has been determined that certain Blue Bird Vision (BBCV) Non-School Buses calling for Handrail Part Number 10075076 may have an incorrectly sized diameter. The affected buses will have a 1″ diameter handrail. This issue is not compliant with Part 1192, Americans with Disability Act (ADA), Appendix A, Chapter 3, T303.3.2 which require a minimum diameter of 1.25″. FMVSS 1 : NR FMVSS 2 : NR Description of the Safety Risk : The risk to safety is that a 1″ diameter handrail may have been installed where the regulation requires a 1.25″ diameter handrail. Description of the Cause : Engineering mistakenly identified the part as an ADA compliant part on the description and drawing title block. Identification of Any Warning that can Occur : There is no advanced warning of the undersized handrail diameter. Involved Components : Component Name 1 : HANDRAIL ASSY,ENT DR,27.32 STANCHIONS Component Description : Entrance door handrail assembly Component Part Number : 10075076 Supplier Identification : Component Manufacturer Name : NR Address : NR NR Country : NR Chronology : August 24, 2022: Blue Bird Current Model Engineering Team identified Handrail Part Number 10075076, was set up as an ADA Compliant Handrail, but the diameter was specified at 1″. August 29, 2022: This issue was brought to Blue Bird’s Critical Issue Review Group (CIRG). After reviewing the ADA requirements, it was determined that this condition could exist on delivered units. Some units were identified during inspection and corrected by using an older handrail, Part Number 01972256. August 31, 2022: Order searches were conducted to determine the potential start and stop timeframe for the Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22V-763 Page 3 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 defect to exist. All units on property and in-process calling for the incorrectly sized handrail were inspected. EBOM Project B16058 was created to provide the needed part with the ADA Compliant Diameter. October 10, 2022: Blue Bird authorized a recall to correct this condition. Description of Remedy : Description of Remedy Program : To correct this condition, a new Handrail Part Number 10079562 was set up with EBOM Project B16058 to provide the needed part with the ADA Compliant Diameter. All affected vehicles will need to have the 1″ diameter handrail replaced with the 1.25″ version. Units should be inspected to determine if the 1″ diameter handrail was used. If the modifications directed by this notification were performed on your bus prior to the receipt of this recall notification, provide a copy of the work order/invoice to campaignparts@blue-bird.com for Blue Bird warranty consideration. Parts are required and availability has not yet been determined. How Remedy Component Differs from Recalled Component : The remedy component has an outside diameter of 1.25 inches, where the non-compliant handrail has an outside diameter of 1 inch. Identify How/When Recall Condition was Corrected in Production : When engineering was made aware of the issue, the parts were quarantined and stock of a similar part was substituted to provide the 1.25 inch diameter handrail. New parts numbers were created by design engineering to remedy the issue. Recall Schedule : Description of Recall Schedule : Dealer and Owner Notifications are to be issued on or before December 7, 2022. Parts are required and availability has not yet been determined. R22CD (NSB): Part 1192 ADA Noncompliance Minimum Handrail Diameter (Non-School Bus) If the modifications directed by this notification were performed on your bus prior to the receipt of this recall notification, provide a copy of the work order/invoice to campaignparts@blue-bird.com for Blue Bird warranty consideration. Planned Dealer Notification Date : DEC 07, 2022 – DEC 07, 2022 Planned Owner Notification Date : DEC 07, 2022 – DEC 07, 2022 * NR – Not Reported
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OMB Control No.: 2127-0004 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22V-763 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Manufacturer Name : Blue Bird Body Company Submission Date : OCT 19, 2022 NHTSA Recall No. : 22V-763 Manufacturer Recall No. : R22CD-NSB Manufacturer Information : Manufacturer Name : Blue Bird Body Company Address : P.O. Box 937 402 Blue Bird Boulevard Fort Valley GA 31030 Company phone : 478-822-2242 Population : Number of potentially involved : 20 Estimated percentage with defect : 100 % Vehicle Information : Vehicle 1 : 2023-2023 Blue Bird All American Vehicle Type : BUSES, MEDIUM & HEAVY VEHICLES Body Style : OTHER Power Train : DIESEL Descriptive Information : It has been determined that certain Blue Bird Vision (BBCV) Non-School Buses calling for Handrail Part Number 10075076 may have an incorrectly sized diameter. The affected buses will have a 1″ diameter handrail. This issue is not compliant with Part 1192, Americans with Disability Act (ADA), Appendix A, Chapter 3, T303.3.2 which require a minimum diameter of 1.25″. Production Dates : JUN 25, 2022 – SEP 20, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 2 : 2023-2023 Blue Bird Vision Vehicle Type : BUSES, MEDIUM & HEAVY VEHICLES Body Style : OTHER Power Train : DIESEL Descriptive Information : It has been determined that certain Blue Bird Vision (BBCV) Non-School Buses calling for Handrail Part Number 10075076 may have an incorrectly sized diameter. The affected buses will have a 1″ diameter handrail. This issue is not compliant with Part 1192, Americans with Disability Act (ADA), Appendix A, Chapter 3, T303.3.2 which require a minimum diameter of 1.25″. Production Dates : MAY 07, 2022 – AUG 30, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22V-763 Page 2 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Description of Defect : Description of the Defect : It has been determined that certain Blue Bird Vision (BBCV) Non-School Buses calling for Handrail Part Number 10075076 may have an incorrectly sized diameter. The affected buses will have a 1″ diameter handrail. This issue is not compliant with Part 1192, Americans with Disability Act (ADA), Appendix A, Chapter 3, T303.3.2 which require a minimum diameter of 1.25″. FMVSS 1 : NR FMVSS 2 : NR Description of the Safety Risk : The risk to safety is that a 1″ diameter handrail may have been installed where the regulation requires a 1.25″ diameter handrail. A smaller handrail size may be difficult to grip for some individuals, increasing the risk of injury. Description of the Cause : Engineering mistakenly identified the part as an ADA compliant part on the description and drawing title block. Identification of Any Warning that can Occur : There is no advanced warning of the undersized handrail diameter. Involved Components : Component Name 1 : HANDRAIL ASSY,ENT DR,27.32 STANCHIONS Component Description : Entrance door handrail assembly Component Part Number : 10075076 Supplier Identification : Component Manufacturer Name : NR Address : NR NR Country : NR Chronology : August 24, 2022: Blue Bird Current Model Engineering Team identified Handrail Part Number 10075076, was set up as an ADA Compliant Handrail, but the diameter was specified at 1″. August 29, 2022: This issue was brought to Blue Bird’s Critical Issue Review Group (CIRG). After reviewing the ADA requirements, it was determined that this condition could exist on delivered units. Some units were identified during inspection and corrected by using an older handrail, Part Number 01972256. Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22V-763 Page 3 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 August 31, 2022: Order searches were conducted to determine the potential start and stop timeframe for the defect to exist. All units on property and in-process calling for the incorrectly sized handrail were inspected. EBOM Project B16058 was created to provide the needed part with the ADA Compliant Diameter. October 10, 2022: A smaller handrail size may be difficult to grip for some individuals, increasing the risk of injury. Blue Bird authorized a recall to correct this condition. Description of Remedy : Description of Remedy Program : To correct this condition, a new Handrail Part Number 10079562 was set up with EBOM Project B16058 to provide the needed part with the ADA Compliant Diameter. All affected vehicles will need to have the 1″ diameter handrail replaced with the 1.25″ version. Units should be inspected to determine if the 1″ diameter handrail was used. If the modifications directed by this notification were performed on your bus prior to the receipt of this recall notification, provide a copy of the work order/invoice to campaignparts@blue-bird.com for Blue Bird warranty consideration. Parts are required and availability has not yet been determined. How Remedy Component Differs from Recalled Component : The remedy component has an outside diameter of 1.25 inches, where the non-compliant handrail has an outside diameter of 1 inch. Identify How/When Recall Condition was Corrected in Production : When engineering was made aware of the issue, the parts were quarantined and stock of a similar part was substituted to provide the 1.25 inch diameter handrail. New parts numbers were created by design engineering to remedy the issue. Recall Schedule : Description of Recall Schedule : Dealer and Owner Notifications are to be issued on or before December 7, 2022. Parts are required and availability has not yet been determined. R22CD (NSB): Part 1192 ADA Noncompliance Minimum Handrail Diameter (Non-School Bus) If the modifications directed by this notification were performed on your bus prior to the receipt of this recall notification, provide a copy of the work order/invoice to campaignparts@blue-bird.com for Blue Bird warranty consideration. Planned Dealer Notification Date : DEC 07, 2022 – DEC 07, 2022 Planned Owner Notification Date : DEC 07, 2022 – DEC 07, 2022 * NR – Not Reported
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